# Puy Chéri Syrah Rosé (2023)

- **Producer:** Foncalieu
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant, herbaceous, red cherry

## About this wine

Puy Chéri Syrah Rosé is a 100% Syrah wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced under the IGP Pays d'Oc classification by Les Vignobles Foncalieu. This cooperative, established in 1967, unites 619 winegrowers with a philosophy centered on cooperation, showcasing their terroirs, and producing authentic wines with sustainability as a core principle. The wine's notable distinction is its significant market success, having been Sweden's best-selling rosé for five consecutive years, representing a substantial portion of rosé sales in the country.

## Interesting facts

- Sweden's best-selling rosé for 5 years running.
- Accounts for over 10% of rosé sold in Swedish households.
- Produced from 100% Syrah grapes.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced acidity make it versatile. Its subtle berry notes complement lighter proteins and fresh ingredients, while its dryness cuts through richer sauces and fatty components.

## Wine making process

The Puy Chéri Syrah Rosé is produced from 100% Syrah grapes. The winemaking process involves crushing the grapes and a short period of maceration with the skins to extract color, followed by drawing off the clear juice. This must is then fermented without the skins, a method designed to preserve the wine's freshness and primary fruit characteristics. The wine is typically aged in stainless steel to maintain its vibrant profile. Les Vignobles Foncalieu, the producer, operates with a philosophy that prioritizes cooperation, the expression of their diverse terroirs, and a commitment to sustainability, including protecting the environment and promoting biodiversity.